Airport Comparison
| NCT | ORD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guanacaste Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport |
| IATA Code | NCT | ORD |
| ICAO Code | MRNC | KORD |
| City | Nicoya/Guanacate | Chicago |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 365 ft | 680 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.140000, -85.450000 | 41.980000, -87.910000 |
Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guanacaste Airport (NCT) in Nicoya/Guanacate, Costa Rica to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 3,549 kilometers (2,205 miles / 1,916 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 357°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:35 in Nicoya/Guanacate, it's 03:35 in Chicago.
The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Nicoya/Guanacate (NCT) follows a heading of 175° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Guanacaste Airport (NCT) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.